Description
Circa 1894. A former county sheriff and businessman built this Eastlake-style Victorian, which is located in the town's historic district. The home was named for its builder, Wilkens Seacord, a prominent local man whose family is mentioned in Carl Sandburg's autobiography. In keeping with the house's historical prominence, the innkeepers have tried to maintain its turn-of-the-century charm. Victorian wallpapers, lacy curtains and a collection of family antiques grace the guest rooms and living areas. The bedrooms, however, feature the modern amenity of waterbeds. For those celebrating romantic occasions, the innkeepers provide heart-shaped muffins along with regular morning fare.Location: City/Urban.
Photos
|
Rooms & Rates
Rates: $49 to $59
Payment types accepted include Master Card, Visa, Personal Checks and Travelers Checks.
Rooms: This property has 3 total guest accommodations.
The types of beds available include Queen and Twin.
|
Policies
Cancellation: 2 days, for Knox College graduation, Homecoming - 7 days
|
Services & Amenities
Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast and Snacks/Refreshments.
Types of meals: Early Coffee/Tea, Continental Plus Breakfast, Full Breakfast, Snacks/Refreshments, Special diets on request, snacks with 2 hour notice and students of Knox parents invited to join them at no charge.
Amenities In Room: Air Conditioning, Reading Lamps, Ceiling Fans, Clock Radio, Hair Dryer, Iron/Ironing Board, books, games, TV/VCR in library, fireplace, telephone 1st floor, porch swing and patio seating.
Amenities On Site: VCR, Television, Phone, Parlor Games, Library, Fireplace, DVD and Wireless Internet.
|
Specials
 - One Night Free: This property is featured in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. This guide features a certificate for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night. The dates this property will honor the certificate are Nov. 1-Apr. 1
|
Activities
Other Activities: Antiquing, Beaches, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Parks, Sports Events, Major College, Water Sports, on occasion live theater, symphony orchestra and other music.
|
Historic Interest
Built in 1894, house has natural woodwork on first floor and working pocket doors. Original builder was prominent in business and railroad and was a former sheriff.
Historic Awards: Local Register (Granted).
Historic sites nearby: Carl Sandburg Birthplace (2 miles), Lincoln-Douglas debate site and other historic buildings on Knox College campus (1 mile), Central Congregational Church (1 mile), Walking tours of beautiful Victorian houses.
|
| |
|
|
